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Zougla TZI-AP Anonymous Mass Media Company: Insufficient legal basis for data processing

The Hellenic DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 3,000 on Zougla TZI-AP Anonymous Media Company.

€3,000 Fine
Zougla TZI-AP Anonymous Mass Media Company
GREECE
Art. 5 GDPR Art. 31 GDPR

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The Hellenic DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 3,000 on Zougla TZI-AP Anonymous Media Company. The controller, who operates a news website, published an article revealing the personal data of an individual without a sufficient legal basis. The controller also failed to cooperate adequately with the DPA.

Industry: Media, Telecoms and Broadcasting

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